Denise Rose Reda
October 03, 1971 - June 28, 2010
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Denise Rose Reda
October 03, 1971 - June 28, 2010
Obituary
Denise Rose Reda, much loved daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend went home to be in God’s arms on June 28, 2010, at the age of 38. She is survived by her father, Jim Reda; her mother, Roberta Hatcher; her sister, Christine Dyberg and brother-in-law Ian Dyberg; her beloved nephew and nieces, Brandon, Kailyn, and Megan Dyberg; her very dearest friend, Lucie Almanza; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Denise was preceded in death by her grandparents whom she loved so much, Betty and Nestor Nuanes, and Joe and Rose Reda.
Denise was born in Los Angeles on October 3, 1971, and grew up in Rowland Heights and Diamond Bar, CA. She lived in Orange County for the past 20 years where she could be close to the ocean that she loved so much. Most recently she lived in Aliso Viejo where she and Lucie happily cared for their three Pugs, Riley, Pugston, and Penelope.
Denise had such a love for family and treasured spending time with all of them. Visits with Denise were always greatly anticipated because she would bring such a joy for life with her. She worked at Costco in Laguna Niguel as a front end manager and her fellow employees became her family as well. She also continued to keep in touch with the friends she had made throughout her life.
Denise loved to travel and used her photography skills to share where she had been. She also loved music and literally had thousands of songs on her computer and iPods. Attending concerts was always a part of her life, with her favorite being U2. Her other passions were for those who suffered and for protecting animals and all types of sea life. She was also a huge LA Dodger fan.
Denise brought a zest to life with a smile that made others smile. There was a unique and special spirit about her that made others love her immediately. When Denise was around there was happiness present. Her smile, her laugh, and her enthusiasm for life were all infectious.
There will be a void in the lives in all her knew her, but her spirit will carry on in their hearts. She truly had a heart of gold and will be dearly missed.
Her Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 3 at Saddleback Church. It will be at 10 AM in the Plaza Room and will be followed there with a luncheon. The address is 1 Saddleback Pkwy, Lake Forest, CA 92630.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in memory of Denise to the following organizations:
American Heart Association – www.heart.org
American Diabetes Association – www.diabetes.org
Save the Whales – www.humanesociety.org
ONE – www.one.org
Donate Life – www.donatelife.net
Steven’s Hope – www.stevenshope.org
Cards and letters for Denise’s family may be sent to
O’Connor Mortuary
25301 Alicia Parkway
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Please mark them to the attention of the Denise Reda family so that we may forward them to her family members.
40 responses to Denise Rose Reda
Michelle Byers says:
July 1, 2010
My deepest condolences to the family. My fondest memories of Denise will always be her awesome laugh and beautiful smile. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts.
Always,
Michelle Byers
Class of “89”
Michelle Carey says:
July 1, 2010
Denise,
I am so saddened. It was always Gia and Michelle and Denise and Christine as we grew up. My childhood 4th of July memories, my Friday game nite memories, my Christmas memories all include you. Do you remember how our parents used to make us nap even though we were too old and you and Gia would be put in one room and me and Christine would be put in another??? Do you remember how brave you when you were diagnosed with Diabetes and were showing us how to stab an orange? Do you remember how your Aunt Donna baked cookies with us…without the baking soda?
It breaks my heart that you are no longer here to share those memories. We were all supposed to live until we were old. This wasn’t supposed to happen.
My heart breaks for your family. The pain of not being able to share new memories is just about unbearable. But God says that we can do all things through Him. I pray that you work closely with Jesus to give your family all the strength and comfort they need to endure this.
Your love of life, your smile, your bright eyes, your positive spirit and your love of animals will live with us forever.
Galya has your stuffed pug in a special place…so that we may always be reminded of your unique wonderfulness.
We love you. I look forward to touring heaven with you one day. It is most certainly a brighter place with your spririt.
Eternal Love,
Michelle, Bart, Galya and Genya
Scott Nuanes and family says:
July 1, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to Roberta, Jim, Christine, Lucie, and all other close family an friends. Denise seemed to be a very loving and caring person, and to carry all the great traits of the people close to her. We have no doubt her lasting impression will only help us all in our own lives.
sheryl koenig says:
July 1, 2010
jimmy , roberta , christy, and family…cant convey how sadden we are to hear of denise’s illness and death…all i remember was a little girl who loved the cincinnati reds WAY BACK..wether you are in someones life for a short time or long, doesnt matter, she passed through mine at some point, my heart is with you, and my prayers as well…sheryl….joale …heather and families
Warren Navarre says:
July 1, 2010
Roberta, Jim, Christine, and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. Just know that God has his arms around Denise and that she is in a wonderful place free of pain and suffering. I wasn’t around her that much, but the times I was I remember her as someone who was always happy and upbeat. She always had a warm friendly smile on her face that really made you feel welcome. I know you all miss her terribly, but you will always have the wonderful memories of her as I do. God bless all of you !
Warren & Denise Navarre